Alex Morgan said she is looking forward to playing and watching soccer throughout the summer during the FIFA World Cup season [1].
As one of the most recognizable figures in women's sports, Morgan's perspective reflects the transition of a legendary athlete moving from the pitch to a supportive role. Her continued engagement with the sport helps maintain visibility and momentum for the U.S. women’s national soccer team (USWNT) during major international competitions.
In an interview with PEOPLE, Morgan said she has an enduring passion for the game [1]. "What I love is to play soccer and to watch soccer, and now I get to do that all summer long," Morgan said [1].
Morgan's career is marked by significant achievements on the global stage. She won two FIFA Women’s World Cups [3] and earned one Olympic gold medal [4] during her professional tenure. These accolades established her as a cornerstone of the U.S. program for over a decade.
Despite her retirement from professional soccer [5], Morgan remains an active voice in the sporting community. She said she has confidence in the U.S. men's national team (USMNT), stating that they are going to go far in their own World Cup run [2].
Her transition involves a shift in how she experiences the sport, moving from the pressure of competition to the enjoyment of the game as a spectator. This shift allows her to appreciate the "swagger" and technical skill of the current generation of players while remaining connected to the fans who followed her career.
“"What I love is to play soccer and to watch soccer, and now I get to do that all summer long."”
Morgan's public transition from player to enthusiast serves as a bridge between eras of U.S. soccer. By maintaining a high profile during the World Cup season, she helps sustain public interest and commercial viability for the sport in the U.S., ensuring that the influence of retired legends continues to support the growth of active rosters.
